Keris Jawa Luk 7 Mayang Mekar 1017 -
Very good example of a keris from the central
Javanese regions of Solo. Wrangka or sheath is in the gayaman
forms with the top sheath made from very well selected pelet woods,
having contrasting grains. Bottom stem is encased with a silver alloy stem cover
or pendok blewahan.

Sturdy blade with 7 waved or luks having a prominent spine or ada-ada,
with an overall shape or dapor called sempena.

Pamor patterns are arranged in the less
common miring technique, showing formations called the mayang mekar
or "may blossoms". The pamor is said to enhance the owner's status and
popularity.

Condition: Very good condition.

Age: Krises are traditionally made without any date stampings or
engravings of the makers' name. Although a kris smith or "empu" has his
own styles configured together with the dapor and especially the
ganjar (cross piece). Obvious age wear and tear, usage, familiarity with
forms, motifs and designs, origin and history, mediums and materials used are
our guidelines in determining an approximate age. This particular piece, from
our experience and knowledge, should go back to the
late 18th century blade with late 19th century fittings.

Length of blade: 14.5". Overall length:
19.5".

Our terms:

Buyer will pre-pay, plus shipping and insurance (optional),
which will be calculated upon receipt of address.

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working days for safe delivery time. Other cheaper forms of delivery are
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To the U.S.A, present rates are at US$35.00
per kilogram by FedEx (3 days) and Speedpost are at US$24.00 per kilogram
(10 days). Other destinations please do inquire.

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and we guarantee it to be materially as presented. However, if the item does
meet your expectations, it may be returned within 7 days of receipt for a
complete refund of the purchased price, less the shipping cost, provided the
item is returned in its original condition.

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